Location
Liverpool

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive, based on experience

About the Role
At WSP, you have the opportunity to shape a career as unique as you. Join our established water team as a Wastewater Network Modeller (Assistant to Principal) delivering projects for some of the UK’s largest regulated water companies. You will work alongside diverse WSP business units, gaining exposure to a variety of exciting projects while supporting our core client base.

You will develop and apply your technical skills through hydraulic modelling studies using industry-standard software such as InfoWorks ICM/CS, TUFLOW, Causeway Flow, and our in-house FRM tools. Your responsibilities will include interrogating and enhancing existing models, building new models to assess asset performance, and providing technical input on urban drainage projects.

Additional duties include supporting feasibility studies and optioneering, using network models to evaluate and optimise asset performance, preparing reports and supporting drawings, defining work for field investigation teams, and maintaining excellent client relationships. You will also contribute to team learning through knowledge sharing and promote the WSP brand at industry forums and conferences.

You will be part of an award-winning water team of over 600 professionals across the UK, supported by our Global Water Team, working with clients such as Severn Trent Water, Northern Ireland Water, Welsh Water, Southern Water, Wessex Water, United Utilities, Uisce Éireann, and Scottish Water Horizons. There is strong potential for career progression combining your technical expertise with leadership and mentoring skills.

About WSP
We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, with 72,800 passionate people united by a common purpose to create positive, lasting impacts in the communities we serve. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we combine local dedication with global expertise.

What’s in it for you?
Work-life balance
Flexible hybrid working policy allowing two days remote work per week and collaboration in modern offices.
Inclusivity & Belonging
We celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their authentic selves.
Health & Wellbeing
Access to the Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme, and menopause support.
Flex your time
Flexible working arrangements including “WSP My Hour” for personal activities, part-time options, additional leave purchase, and flexible bank holiday use.
Your development
Supportive environment investing in your growth through training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities.

Imagine doing the best work of your life and creating a legacy with WSP. Apply today.

Experience
- Degree in a relevant discipline such as engineering, environmental science, or geography
- Extensive experience in hydraulic modelling using industry-standard software, specifically InfoWorks ICM or similar
- Sound knowledge and experience in urban drainage modelling with the ability to review technical outputs
- Familiarity with industry-standard GIS software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, or MapInfo

About you
- Strong technical skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and build excellent client relationships
- Enthusiastic about continuous learning and knowledge sharing
- Motivated to contribute to efficient project delivery and innovation

Qualifications
- Chartered membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g. ICE, CIWEM) or actively working towards chartership